Adventure Tours in Panama

With a population of just under four million, Panama is more like a big village than a small country. Widely focused on maintaining a balance between traditional and modern, Panama is asserting itself as a strong contender for an up and coming travel locale! With heaps of nature to discover, you will never be stuck for choice when it comes to picking your next adventure. 

Panama City — and the prize for the most original city name goes to….!  A central hub for all things cosmopolitan, Panama City is one of the most modern cities in Central America. While it is saturated in fascinating history and a thriving community spirit, the city still begs to be explored. The city is only a short distance from sandy beaches, which seem to stretch for miles, and thick rainforests, which buzz with the sounds of busy wildlife. With opportunities for luxury camping, you won’t have to give up your home comforts to explore these fabulous sights.

David is often overlooked for its louder, brighter and action-packed sister cities. It’s the kind of place you only think of as a pit stop to refuel on your travels — only to discover how incredible and spectacular the place is, making you wish you could give it more time. Sure, you’re not going to find towering skyscrapers, air-conditioned museums, or pounding music emitting from underground clubs, but you wouldn’t be looking for those things if it was an adventure you were seeking! With prime opportunities to get up and personal with nature, mingling with adorable primates, and scaling through breathtaking natural scenes, David will certainly leave a lasting impression. 

If David is the quiet sibling, Portobelo certainly makes up for it with its color, vibrancy, and extravagant cultural setting. With boat trips that can be around the sparkling Panama bays through the Fuerte San Fernando, you can choose between staying above the water or diving below (Por que no los dos — why not both?). Relax in a leisurely lounge as you observe the dancing waters and frivolous sea creatures which creep beneath the surface, or wetsuit up for a pulsing heart-pumping adventure of deep sea diving or snorkeling. 

Enticing people from all walks of life, Panama begs for its travelers to explore! From the golden beaches to bustling markets, epic nature trails to adrenaline-fueled excursions, there is something for everyone to get involved with. 

Imagine yourself swimming with turtles, camping under a canopy of stars, climbing and dangling over a deep precipice, or hiking through the nature perfect mountains. Panama is a land of opportunity brimming with excitement, hospitality and non-stop action! Adventures in Panama are boundless. Whether you’re looking for a heart-stopping, heart-melting, or heartfelt experience, you are sure to find a host of activities to keep your mind racing.

Plenty of travel programs in Panama offer you the chance to working on the land itself, where you’ll learn about the plants and animals which inhabit the region.The leafy aiphanes which sweep the farmlands and scurrying beasts which whisper from the trees, the sounds of the Panamanian jungle will ring in your ears forever. 

Wrapped in an incredible history, there is much more than meets the eye when it comes to the this country. The people are deeply impassioned about running their villages. They are bursting for the chance to show off their culture, so not only will you be offered the chance to delve in and sample some of the traditional Panama lifestyle, you will also be feverishly encouraged! Source out a few guide books on Panama tourism which will lay out an itinerary for the must-see hotspots and amenities for English speakers to make navigating around the place just that little bit easier. 

Good news for all intrepid Americans! The U.S. dollar is considered a legal tender in Panama, and thus, no need to rush off to the post office and deal with exchange rates. Due to low inflation, cost of living is drastically more inexpensive than the United States, it would still be wise to implement a budget for your travels (psst FundMyTravel can help you raise money). 

With optimal choice for low-cost cuisine and affordable accommodations, you can be rest assured that your travel savings won’t take too hard of a beating. For most programs you can expect your fee to cover accommodation and some sightseeing as well as some work experience and field study.

As the Panama tourism industry is growing, there is a high competition between businesses in cities to entice the public! Even in the markets, you can find incredible bargains and even take a chance at some negotiating for a lower price from some vendors. With a fairly modern transportation system that has a selection of bus services and trains to get you around, you can map out exactly which spots to hit up, and craft the perfect route to get you there!

Millions of tourists head south to travel in Panama each year, proving itself to be the next upcoming hot spot in Central America. Depending on what arrangements travelers are expecting, you can find almost any suitable accommodation to suit your needs. From niche little hostels to dazzling hotels that put the Ritz to shame (maybe not that far!), have a good look into what is available in the city you are visiting. Most hotels will offer standard amenities such as free wifi, hot water, and air conditioning, so don’t feel you are giving up your home luxuries by traveling overseas! 

Don’t overlook programs for homestays! It might seem a little daunting shacking up with a stranger, but isn’t one of the main incentives for travel to meet new people? Push yourself? Try new things? It’s cheap, safe, and you’ll make a friend for life while doing it. Plenty of families open their doors to tourists across the globe! Plus, staying in digs is the perfect insight into what life is really like across the world. You’ll get to see behind closed doors and develop a profound understanding for family and cultural life.

Visa requirements vary on your nationality. Citizens from the United States and many European countries do not need a visa to enter Panama, and visitors from these places can stay up to 180 days (with extensions possible). Visit the GoAbroad Embassy Directory to check your eligibility for visa free entry.

Panama is a one-stop shop for those looking to experience every type of break imaginable: beaches that appear to be straight out of a luxury holiday brochure, exciting cities bursting with life and the spirit of the Panama culture, and the hospitable and tantalizing people. From relaxation to exploring, education to soaking in fine art, dancing to sampling delicious new foods, undergoing turtle dives to scaling down the side of a cliff, you will never experience a dull moment while moving through the epic landscape of your adventures in Panama!

Be cautious when traveling through cities, as while Panama may not be rife with disease, you do face the risk of catching the likes of malaria, yellow fever, and the zika virus. Speak with your physician before heading off, and take all the necessary precautions (vaccinations might be your best bet). A few bottles of mosquito repellent isn’t going to take up that much room in your suitcase!

Lose the idea that Panama is nothing more than an agricultural hub in Central America, and fall in love with its wild side!